Director of Multilingual Education (26/27 School Year)

KIPP Colorado•Denver, CO

1d•$91,800

About The Position

The Director of Multilingual Education will lead our instructional design and execution of transformative English Language Development across our schools. The Director of Multilingual Education will lead the partnership with Denver Public Schools to ensure that our programs are in compliance and delivering high-quality programming to our students. The Director of Multilingual Education will also support the effectiveness of our dual-language elementary programs to ensure our students are reaching bilingual proficiency. This full-time position is a part of our Home Office Team and is a key member of KIPP Colorado’s leadership team. This is a full-time position and will report directly to the Senior Director of Special Services.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree (required)
At least 5-7 years of relevant and aligned experience in multilingual education and/or bilingual education (required)
At least 5 years of school based experience and/or a strong record of helping underserved students achieve academic success (required)
Deep knowledge of language development content and instruction (required)
Past experience (2 years) of leading adults in a school environment (required)
A full understanding and Commitment to an Exceptional Student Experience (more about that HERE) (required)
Outstanding organizational skills and high attention to detail; outstanding written and oral communication skills
Ability to manage the ambiguity and multiple priorities inherent in an entrepreneurial environment
Proactive problem solver who demonstrates initiative and teamwork
Strong work ethic coupled with an enthusiastic and passionate approach to one’s work
Multi-faceted, multi-skilled, resourceful and willing to do whatever it takes to help the school reach a level of academic excellence
High level of detail orientation and sound excellent organizational skills
Strong communication, feedback and facilitation skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Articulate, professional demeanor with strong self-confidence and initiative.
Entrepreneurial mindset, with the creativity and versatility to work productively in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, high-energy environment with a proven ability to meet and complete multiple deadlines and tasks with meticulous attention to detail
Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop productive working relationships with stakeholders across functional and organizational lines
Passionate commitment to KIPP Colorado mission and to high standards of excellence

Nice To Haves

Spanish bilingual (preferred)

Responsibilities

Ensuring the KIPP Colorado Instructional Vision lives in Multilingual Education
Drive Compliance of a Best-in-Class Multilingual Education Program
Be an English Language Development Content Expert
Provide Strategic School Support to Reach Student Outcomes
Be an Organizational Steward Internally and Externally

Benefits

Competitive Market Salary: Starting salary for this role begins at $91,800 and is commensurate with experience
Excellent Healthcare Plan: 100% of employee-only monthly premium paid by KIPP Colorado and options for family enrollment and coverage, through United Healthcare
Time Off !!!: More than 6 weeks of annual vacation and Paid Time Off (PTO)
Career Trajectory: Access to opportunity to to move up, across schools, and grow your career during weekly coaching sessions to refine your craft
Mental Health Care: Immediate and ongoing access to mental health support through our Employee Assistance Program
Technology & Access: Equipment provided: laptop & phone
Retirement Planning: Participation in the Colorado PERA retirement program, including a PERA 401k option
Move to Join Us: Relocation reimbursement (when applicable)
Additional Pay: Most schools offer various stipend opportunities
Other Insurance Options:
Wellness reimbursement
Voluntary employee, spousal, and child life insurance
Voluntary long term disability insurance
Voluntary short term disability insurance
Optional Basic Life and AD&D Insurance